POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2020 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is known as _______.
A. Erosion
B. Weathering
C. Soilification
Correct D. Pedogenesis

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
A population of 1000 people is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the initial population is 1000, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 1025
Correct B. 1100
C. 1200
D. 1300

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Meander
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A company is considering investing in a new project that has a net present value (NPV) of ₦100,000 and a payback period of 5 years. What is the internal rate of return (IRR) of the project?
A. 10%
Correct B. 15%
C. 20%
D. 25%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the price of a commodity and its quantity demanded. What is the name of the curve labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Law of Demand
B. Law of Supply
C. Equilibrium Curve
D. Inferior Good Curve

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The concept of 'push-pull factors' in migration theory was first introduced by which geographer?
A. Walter Christaller
B. Georg Simmel
Correct C. Eugene Kulischer
D. Walter Prescott Webb

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation in Nigeria. Which of the following regions is characterized by the savanna vegetation?
Correct A. North-West
B. North-East
C. South-West
D. South-East

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The formula for the calculation of the population density of a given area is given by: ( D = rac{P}{A} ), where D is the population density, P is the population, and A is the area. If the population of a city is 500,000 and the area is 100 km², what is the population density?
A. 5000
Correct B. 50000
C. 500000
D. 5000000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
The diagram below shows the structure of a typical tropical rainforest ecosystem. Which of the following organisms plays the role of a primary consumer?
Correct A. Herbivore
B. Carnivore
C. Decomposer
D. Mutualist

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The formula for the calculation of the area of a rectangle is given by: ( A = l imes w ), where A is the area, l is the length, and w is the width. If the length of a rectangle is 10 cm and the width is 5 cm, what is the area?
A. 50
Correct B. 100
C. 150
D. 200

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The savannas of Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt, which is influenced by the region's climate. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of this vegetation belt?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Soil type

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The process of weathering in rocks can be classified into three main types: mechanical, chemical, and biological. Which of the following is an example of mechanical weathering?
Correct A. Freeze-thaw action
B. Chemical reaction
C. Biological activity
D. Gravitational stress

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Valley
B. Plateau
C. Hill
D. Mountain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,000
B. 115,000
Correct C. 120,000
D. 125,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a simple circuit. What is the function of the component labeled 'R'?
A. To increase the voltage
Correct B. To decrease the current
C. To reduce the resistance
D. To increase the power

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The population growth rate of Nigeria can be modeled using the logistic growth equation. If the carrying capacity is 200 million and the initial population is 150 million, what is the population after 20 years?
A. 180 million
B. 190 million
Correct C. 200 million
D. 210 million

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
A farmer in a rural area of Nigeria is considering the use of contour farming to reduce soil erosion. What is the primary advantage of contour farming?
A. Increased crop yields
Correct B. Reduced soil erosion
C. Improved water retention
D. Increased fertilizer use

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers. Which layer is responsible for absorbing the majority of the sun's ultraviolet radiation?
A. Troposphere
Correct B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
A company in Nigeria is considering the use of renewable energy sources to power its operations. What is the primary advantage of using solar energy?
A. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
B. Increased energy independence
C. Improved air quality
Correct D. Reduced energy costs

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The process of soil formation involves several stages. Which stage is responsible for the formation of the topsoil layer?
Correct A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Leaching

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Niger Delta region?
A. High population density
B. Rich oil reserves
C. Dense network of rivers and creeks
Correct D. Agricultural productivity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
The Earth's climate is influenced by several factors, including the tilt of its axis and the distribution of land and sea. Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the Earth's climate?
A. Tilt of the Earth's axis
B. Distribution of land and sea
C. Distance from the Sun
Correct D. Atmospheric pressure

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa and flows through several countries, including Nigeria. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Niger River?
A. It flows through the Sahara Desert
Correct B. It is the longest river in West Africa
C. It flows through the Niger Delta region
D. It flows through the Congo Basin

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 400 million by 2050. Which of the following is a consequence of this population growth?
A. Increased food production
Correct B. Increased urbanization
C. Increased access to education
D. Decreased poverty rate

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The climate of Nigeria is characterized by a tropical savanna climate, with two distinct seasons: a wet season and a dry season. Which of the following is a characteristic of the wet season?
A. High temperatures and high humidity
B. Low temperatures and low humidity
Correct C. High rainfall and flooding
D. Low rainfall and drought

Correct Answer: C

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